Although simplicity is considered the highest stage of beauty, at times we want to make spectacular and picturesque nuances in the interior. Decorative ceilings are one of the ways to make your home uncommon and delightful. The main thing is to choose a cover that harmoniously blends into the interior, emphasizes its strengths and conceals imperfections.

       

When decorating the ceiling with a glossy cloth, this effect disappears. Due to the reflective properties of gloss, the coatings appear deep and distant.

Traditional, modern and unusual ways of decorating the ceiling

A variety of options for decorating the ceiling is fascinating. All of them, starting with the traditional whitewash in the past and finishing with the installation of 3D print-staining films, are in some way in demand these days.

Whitewashing and painting

If you prefer a simple and eco-friendly finish, just whitewash the ceiling with lime. To find out which material was used the previous time, rub the surface with the palm of your hand. Mel will leave a clear trace, but the lime will not be erased. To perform the work you will need only ordinary roller or brush and diluted lime. Unevenness is better to putty. After the drying of the "patches" you can start whitewashing.

To the ceiling is not yellowed under the influence of sunlight, you can add blue in the lime.

A similar method of finishing - painting with water-based acrylic paints. The advantage of this material is that it:

• It is represented by a wide palette of shades - thanks to pigments it is possible to create any tone;
• in the product line there are options with different levels of moisture resistance;
• a variety of textures of the material allow you to choose "your" paint for any interior solution.

       

Acrylic paint can be matte, glossy and semi-glossy. To carry out the work, it is necessary to prepare the ceiling - to seal the slots with reinforcing tape, to hide flaws with the help of puttying or plastering the surface. In addition to light colors, which we are all used to, you can use dark - preferably glossy, as well as bright colors. The active ceiling is a bright accent in the room. Therefore, the rest of the furnish and furniture is desirable to withstand in light colors. A bright spot in the middle of the composition should be supported with accessories or textiles, the main thing is to remember the sense of proportion. The painted ceiling can be painted with decorative patterns, either in its entirety or in a fragmentary manner, by defining the borders of a zone with it. The original "carpet" can easily be created with your own hands. For those who do not have the drawing skills, there are luxurious stencils. Using them in conjunction with a sponge or spray, you can obtain images of excellent quality.

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Decorative plaster

Various irregularities, roughnesses will disappear from the ceiling thanks to decorative plaster. It will reliably hide the defects under its texture. The material is prepared by diluting dry construction mixtures. The composition includes cellulose glue, fibers and additives, imparting decorative - mother-of-pearl, silk threads, marble particles. With plaster you can create a seamless, resistant coating. Due to the ductility of the material, it is not so difficult to apply the mixture with a spatula on the ceiling. Venetian plaster is a traditional element of classical interiors, but it can be actual in any design.

Beams and false beams

Beams are a characteristic feature of such styles as country, provance, loft. They are bars of wood or polyurethane foam. The latter are designed to facilitate the design, to prevent its defeat by mold and fungus. Beams visually elevate the ceiling, serve for zoning and correction of the shape of the room. If they are placed parallel to the short wall, the outlines of the room will approach the square. Beams act as bearing elements of the overlap, perform a decorative function. The beam can have a rectangular n-shaped section. Advantages of false beams are obvious. It is a lightweight, easy-to-install material, with a rich palette of shades and a variety of shapes. They enable:

• hide the wiring;
• to cut in fixtures;
• to carry out ventilation ducts;
• hide water pipes.

       

Solid wooden beams also have their advantages. They look expensive and noble, withstand heavy loads, so that they can be attached to a hanging chair or children's swing. Beams are decorated with carving, painted in different colors, decorated with paintings.

Fabric and its main types

Fabrics for stretch ceilings are manufactured using a special technology. Polyester impregnated polyurethane is used as the basis for the web. This material is much stronger than the usual PVC coatings, it is resistant to low temperatures. It has a rough matte surface, looks expensive and presentable. The width is 5 m, which makes it possible to create a seamless coating in spacious rooms. Tissue ceilings have good hygroscopicity, which prevents the appearance of fungal formations. Safe canvases can be safely used in children's rooms. The material has no smell. Installation of fabric ceilings is easy and quick, and most importantly - without the use of a heat gun. Cloths are fixed in two ways - using a profile-clothespin and a semicircular spatula or a glazing system. The disadvantages of the material are its high cost compared to PVC ceilings, the complexity of care due to the texture surface, the inability to retain water and the poor choice of shades. The last problem can be solved by repainting the coating or ordering canvases with photo printing.

Coatings can imitate satin, suede, velvet, leather, cotton textures. There are texture variants, the basis for which is a mesh, and the upper layer is made of cloth with a pattern.

Lepness

Lepness – элемент классических интерьеров. Раньше из-за высокой стоимости ее мог позволить себе только привилегированный класс. Появление недорогих вариантов из полиуретана и пенопласта сделали ее доступной для любого бюджета. В «семействе» лепнины присутствует огромное количество элементов: молдинги, багеты, уголки, потолочные розетки, карнизы, фризы, барельефы, колонны, полуколонны, арки, гирлянды, пилястры, балясины, кронштейны и пьедесталы. Это декоративное решение имеет важное практическое значение. С его помощью можно зонировать помещение, скрывать стыки материалов и недостатки поверхностей.

       

In small rooms, the material should be used very moderately and neatly. Do not try to turn them into palace halls - an abundance of stucco decoration "conceals" an already modest size.

Stained-glass decoration of the ceiling

Glass with pictures can decorate any room. In the old days stained-glass windows were made up only by windows and walls, and on the ceiling they "rose" quite recently. Square and rectangular plates are mounted on the faces of the T-shaped profile. Stained-glass elements fit into any interior adequately - depending on the design used. Behind them hides the backlight, which makes the decorative elements simply magical.

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Advantages of the material are in its remarkable appearance, diversity of design, water resistance and environmental friendliness. The reverse side of the coin is high cost and fragility. But modern glass manufacturing technologies allow you not to worry about safety - in interiors you can use triplex or hardened canvases. Reduce the cost and eliminate the possibility of damage using plastic analogs.

There are various techniques for producing stained glass:

• Photo printing on film, which is subsequently glued to the glass;
• Drawing a picture from a painted mosaic;
• flooded - initially the designation is indicated by a copper or silver contour, then it is filled with colors.

Painting

The main advantage of the painted ceilings in their uniqueness. Images can be selected to your liking. Heavenly blue, biblical subjects or complex ornate ornament will be an exclusive decoration in a single copy.

For painting ceilings use the following types of paints:

• oil - technology allows you to impose elements of images of different depth, transparency and volume;
• tempered - are sold in the form of dry powders, which must be diluted with water. Very quickly dry and create interesting effects due to their transparency;
• acrylic - allow to realize water repellent coating. Available in a wide range of colors, it is possible to form an invoice with the addition of fillers;
• luminescent - ornaments, painted with such a color, appear in the dark.

       

For painting use different techniques:

• artistic - a complex and time-consuming process, which is best entrusted to a professional artist;
• fresco - the paint is applied to the wet plaster and penetrates into its deep layers;
• aerography - a special device spray paint with maximum accuracy, facilitates the drawing of the smallest details;
• Screen printing - does not require mastering the skill of the artist, you need only patience and accuracy.

Ceiling the ceiling with paper or wallpaper

This version of the ceiling design is not new. Modern materials significantly expand the possibilities of decorators. Paper "pioneers" found worthy competitors in the face of non-woven, vinyl, acrylic, fiberglass, fabric and metal "brothers". Special positions in the wallpaper range are occupied by liquid materials from cellulose and photopan with various prints. The advantage of decorating the ceiling with wallpaper in the relative cheapness of materials, a huge variety of their assortment and easy installation.

Features of bamboo wallpaper on the ceiling

Bamboo canvases fill the room with natural motifs. They are made from carefully dried and aged stems at a certain temperature. Different wallpapers are made from different parts of the stem - the core or bark. This is reflected in their appearance - the first is more smooth and light, but not resistant to moisture and ultraviolet rays. To preserve them in their original form, the material is varnished. The second have a natural texture and a protective wax coating. Ceilings, pasted wallpaper of bamboo, are distinguished by their ecological compatibility, bactericidal properties, ability to improve noise and heat insulation, strength and resistance to mechanical influences.

Decoupage on the ceiling

Technique decoupage - a simple and inexpensive way to decorate the ceiling. Applying it, you can "paint" the surface with your own hands. Applications with maximum believability imitate artistic painting. No one will ever guess that a professional artist did not work on the image.

How to decorate the ceiling with the help of decoupage?

First of all, it is necessary to develop a sketch of the future ceiling and to choose suitable images. The following materials will be required:

• motifs cut from napkins, or from decoupage paper;
• acrylic primer;
• PVA glue;
• varnish;
• wide brush.

The surface must be prepared - cleaned of dust and primed with acrylic. Then paste the image fragments using PVA. The glue is applied to the prepared surface with a thin layer, and then a picture is superimposed on top. The finest paper is smoothed with a wide brush to get rid of imminent folds. Pressing should be soft, as the material is easily torn. Next, leave the ceiling to dry and prevent penetration into the room of drafts. After drying, cover the surface with several layers of varnish to protect the decor from the effects of moisture and sunlight. Each layer should dry thoroughly - this requires at least 12 hours.

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Moldings and moldings

These elements have long ceased to be only part of the classic interiors. The stucco elements will add coziness and aesthetics to the most varied rooms. With the help of moldings, sockets, baguettes, you can create a certain architecture on the ceiling, decorate it. So that they do not seem fanciful, color them in one color with the ceiling. So they will add elegance and only slightly remind you of the classics, but they will not stand out very much. When installing, it is necessary zashpatlevat joints, to create the illusion of whole compositions.

Multi-level and curly ceilings

Multi-layer gypsum plasterboard designs are a great way to create an original and beautiful decor, and at the same time - to hide electrical cords or pipes. In the middle of the suspended composition, as a rule, colored PVC liners or fabric analogs are stretched. But you can also tile this space with tiles, photo wallpapers.

Patterns on ceilings come in the form of:

• geometric figures;
• abstract curved and spiral lines;
• geometric cells with illumination.

       

You can create floating ceilings, then the lower level will not be adjacent to the base. Such scenery is justified in public premises with high ceilings or in a private house. The design will bring the ceiling closer and make the atmosphere more comfortable.

Plain drywall is afraid of moisture, so in the bathroom and kitchen it is better to use waterproof varieties of this material or completely abandon it.

Tile Coating

Tile finishing is one of the simple and inexpensive ways of decorating the ceiling. It is not very popular, but sometimes it helps you to get rid of untidy surfaces and wires quickly and without weighty investments. For example, in a rented apartment or in the country. In addition to the white elements, color tiles with various patterns appeared on sale. Therefore, you can easily pick up the finishing material, which will fit into the decoration of the room. For installation, you do not have to hire specialists - you can do everything yourself. Before gluing the tiles, you need to level the base and primed the surface. At the final stage - to glue the plinth. If desired, the ceiling can be painted in any color or decorate the protruding ornament.

       

Stretch ceiling

Stretch coverings are perfectly flat surfaces that do not need additional finishing. They do not have to be painted or plastered. And if a flood happens, such a ceiling will save furniture and other furniture from water. The canvasses are mounted on a metal profile using a harpoon or a hare-less method. After that, the surface is heated with a heat gun and stretched. Further in the canvas are cut openings for connection of lamps, and the contour is closed by baguette.

Varieties of textures of the material

1. Glossy.
2. Matt.
3. Satin.
4. Translucent.
5. Tissue.
6. Decorated with photo printing.

Rack, cassette and panel ceilings

All these coatings are a composite web, where each element is attached to a metal or wooden frame. They perfectly conceal wiring, irregularities, joints of plates.

Types of composite ceilings:

• Cassette - are rectangular and square plates of steel or aluminum. Thanks to interesting colors - golden, silver, as well as mirror versions can become an ornament of modern interior. Plates are attached to the frame like armstrong systems;
• Rack - consist of separate metal rails, each of which is mounted on the profile. The attachment method can be open or closed. Finishing is more suitable for office and retail space. In residential areas it will be appropriate in the bathroom or in the kitchen, because it is not afraid of the effects of moisture.
• panel - plastic panels or MDF - an inexpensive and practical option for finishing wet rooms in an apartment or in the country. Panels can imitate a natural stone or wood - a birch, an oak, a cherry. Mounted on a frame of wood or metal profile. When installing on a level surface - boards, chipboard or plywood, the crate is not required.

Choose a cover, in accordance with the interior, your own taste and financial capabilities.